06/17/2026
WEDNESDAY RECIPE DROP β This week's recipe comes straight π π
from our HT Fitness family β submitted by one of our own members! High-Protein Pasta using π
chickpea pasta (nearly DOUBLE the protein of regular pasta!) with lean turkey and hidden spinach. Hearty,
satisfying, and way healthier than it looks. INGREDIENTS: β’ 8 oz chickpea or lentil pasta (Banza is π
great!) β’ 1 lb ground turkey β’ 1.5 cups marinara sauce (low sugar) β’ 2 cups fresh spinach β’ 3 cloves garlic,
minced β’ Italian seasoning & red pepper flakes to taste β’ 2 tbsp parmesan for topping
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Prep Time β±
20 minutes
Servings π½
3 servings
Photo πΈ
STEPS π¨βπ³
1. Cook chickpea pasta per package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Brown ground turkey in a skillet with garlic and Italian seasoning over medium heat.
3. Add marinara sauce and simmer 5 minutes.
4. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted β about 2 minutes.
5. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce mixture.
6. Serve topped with freshly grated parmesan.
MACROS π
~490 cal | 44g protein | 48g carbs | 11g fat per serving
PRO TIP π‘
Chickpea and lentil pastas have nearly double the protein of regular pasta. Banza is a popular brand available at most grocery stores. Once it's sauced, most people can't tell the difference!